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What to see in Rio de Janeiro in 4 days

4 days 16 experiences 8 where to eat from 5€

4-day itinerary for Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) tailored to your budget: what to see, where to eat and skip-the-line tickets with booking links. Build your personalized plan for free.

Practical info · Rio de Janeiro

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Best time to visitSpring & autumn
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Ideal length4-5 days
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BudgetMid-range · €€
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Getting aroundTaxi & walking
Known forBeaches, nature and nightlife

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Day 1City Centre

Olympic Boulevard and the Rio Star Ferris Wheel
A stroll through the revamped port and a ride on the tallest Ferris wheel in Latin America.
from 12€
Football Match at the Maracanã
Attend a match at the legendary temple of Brazilian football.
from 50€
Selarón Steps
Selarón Steps
Colorful tiled staircase in the Lapa district.
Free
Free Walking Tour of Rio de Janeiro
Walking tour through Rio's historic center.
Free
Tour of the Santa Marta Favela
Guided visit to a community with spectacular views.
from 25€
Museum of Tomorrow
Science museum with futuristic architecture at the port.
from 6€
Metropolitan Cathedral
Modern cone-shaped cathedral with enormous stained-glass windows.
Free
🍽️ Confeitaria Colombo
Historic Belle Époque café with traditional pastries.
~20€
🍽️ Mix Brasil
Local cuisine.
~19€

Day 2Copacabana

Sugarloaf by Cable Car
Sugarloaf by Cable Car
Cable car with panoramic views of the bay.
from 35€
Copacabana Beach
Copacabana Beach
World-famous beach with a mosaic promenade.
Free
Ipanema Beach
Elegant beach famous for its sunsets.
Free
🍽️ Rondinella
Local cuisine.
~22€
🍽️ Siqueira Grill
barbecue cuisine.
~21€

Day 3Corcovado

Sunrise at Christ the Redeemer from Dona Marta
An early-morning excursion to watch the sunrise beside Christ the Redeemer and the Dona Marta viewpoint.
from 45€
Christ the Redeemer
Christ the Redeemer
Train ride up to the iconic Christ on Corcovado.
from 30€
Botanical Garden
Botanical Garden
Historic garden with imperial palms and orchids.
from 5€
🍽️ Pizzaria Bráz
Italian (pizza) cuisine.
~16€
🍽️ Gula Gula
Local cuisine.
~24€

Day 4Santa Teresa and Lapa

Arcos da Lapa
Arcos da Lapa
An old colonial aqueduct turned into a symbol of the bohemian Lapa district.
Free
Free Walking Tour of the Santa Teresa District
A walk through the cobbled streets and old mansions of the artistic Santa Teresa district.
Free
Parque das Ruínas Viewpoint
A free viewpoint set on a ruined mansion with views over Guanabara Bay.
Free
🍽️ Pizzaria Guanabara
Italian (pizza) cuisine.
~18€
🍽️ Gohan
Japanese cuisine.
~35€

💡 Indicative prices. The current price is shown when you book on Civitatis.

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Frequently asked questions about Rio de Janeiro

How many days do I need to see Rio de Janeiro?

With 4 days you can see the must-sees of Rio de Janeiro. Our tool organizes each day by area so you don't waste time getting around.

When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?

The best time to visit Rio de Janeiro is spring and autumn. That said, Trip Planner builds your itinerary for any season and adapts it to your pace.

How do you get around Rio de Janeiro?

It's worth using a taxi or transport for longer trips and walking around each area once you're there. Plus, our plan groups each day by area so you barely waste time getting around.

How much does it cost to visit Rio de Janeiro?

It depends on your budget. With Trip Planner you set how much you want to spend per day and the plan adapts, combining free and paid activities.

Where can I buy skip-the-line tickets?

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